How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces

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• How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces

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• The decision to get braces to realign the teeth
  isnt one that most people take lightly. It
  requires a commitment of time, finances, and good
  oral hygiene practices to achieve the best
  possible results. Because brackets cover the
  teeth for the duration of treatment, its
  essential that you brush and floss several times
  per day. This is the best way to ensure that oral
  health remains strong while wearing braces. 

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• Best Practices for Brushing and Flossing During
  Orthodontic Treatment 

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• Like most patients, you are probably wondering
  how to brush your teeth with braces. Dr. Ahmad
  and the staff at All Star Dental recommend
  following these steps 
• Take out any rubber bands or removable
  appliances prior to brushing your teeth. 

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• Keeping your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle,
  brush each tooth individually for approximately
  10 seconds. You should use a circular motion
  while applying gentle pressure to each tooth.
  Additionally, make sure you brush both the inner
  and outer surface of each tooth. You may need to
  tilt your toothbrush at slightly increased angle
  to reach the inner layer of your front teeth. 

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• Purchase dental floss made specifically for
  orthodontic treatment and floss with it every
  morning and evening after brushing your teeth. 

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• Rinse with water and then use mouthwash to keep
  your breath fresh and your teeth, tongue, and
  gums as clean as possible. Next,look in the
  mirror to make sure that no plaque or food
  particles remain. Your teeth should feel clean
  and appear to sparkle. 

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• Dont Hesitate to Ask for Help 

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• Instructing patients on good oral hygiene
  practices while wearing braces is part of our
  overall service to you. If youre struggling at
  any time, feel free to call All Star Dental for
  advice or schedule an appointment for additional
  personal instruction.